HP Media Vault mv2120 to Store, Protect and Share Digital Media on a Customizable PC

HP unveiled new customizable desktop PCs that offer a
wide range of personalized features and options to fit the needs of
every consumer.

The company also announced the availability of a digital storage device,
the HP Media Vault mv2120, which is designed to store, protect and share
digital media, as well as advanced monitors and accessories to enhance
the digital lifestyle.

Whether desiring a faster processor for casual gaming or more hard drive
space for storing photos, consumers can mix and match the options that
appeal to their individual interests to create a dream PC with HP’s
new customizable desktops.

For the ultimate entertainment experience, HP offers the HP Pavilion
Elite m9200t customizable PC. The m9200t features the HP Easy Backup
button to quickly back up files as well as a variety of options
including up to a 1 terabyte (TB) hard drive
and a Blu-ray DVD writer. Extra storage
options include two built-in drive bays for backing up photos, music and
videos. This PC is ideal for anyone who wants power for the most
demanding PC tasks and high-end home entertainment.

The new HP Pavilion a6460t customizable PC is ENERGY STAR
qualified and features an 80 PLUS power
supply to help consumers save money and lessen their impact on the
environment. In addition, the a6460t offers powerful computing and
captivating entertainment options, with an available Intel
Core 2 Quad Processor,
wireless LAN card and a TV tuner
to watch, record and pause live TV.

For those seeking a high-productivity PC at a superb value, HP offers
the enhanced HP Pavilion a6400z customizable PC. The a6400z can be
configured for as low as $299 with a 1.8 GHz
AMD Dual-Core Processor, NVIDIA GeForce 6150
graphics cards, 1 gigabyte (GB) of memory and a 250 GB
hard drive. Additionally, every HP Pavilion PC includes tools to make it
more fun and convenient to work with digital photos and video clips.

The Compaq Presario line of retail desktop PCs also has been updated to
include the Compaq Presario SR5450F, which offers a front-panel 15-in-1
memory card reader, 2 GB of
memory and Intel Pentium Dual-Core Processor
for under $500.

HP Media Vault mv2120 keeps digital content secure and accessible

Consumers are living increasingly digital lifestyles and accumulating
rising amounts of digital photos, music, videos and other content. In
fact, Coughlin & Associates Inc. estimates that by 2013 the average
home will require 9 TB storage capacity, of which 5 TB will be needed
for commercial digital downloads of music, videos and photos.

To make it simple for consumers to protect, share and connect to their
digital content and Internet entertainment –
from home or on the go – HP offers the HP
Media Vault mv2120. This is the first in a new category of affordable,
easy-to-use products for the central storage, content sharing and backup
of all computers on a home or small business network. The mv2120 can be
set to automatically back up important media and digital files weekly,
daily or continuously – as often as needed.

This pioneering product also offers some of the features found in the HP
MediaSmart Server, including Photo Webshare, iTunes server and remote
access. With Photo Webshare, consumers can create a photo-sharing
website on the Media Vault, and with iTunes server, they can centralize
their iTunes music library for playback on any computer running iTunes
on the network.

Remote access grants designated users enhanced security for accessing
important files on the network from any Internet-connected computer,
even while outside of the home or office. Additionally, the mv2120
offers exceptionally low power consumption and a smart energy-saving
drive spin down feature.

The mv2120 ships with 500 GB capacity and
can benefit individuals and small businesses with fewer than 10
employees. HP also recently introduced the HP Media Vault mv5100 Pro
series, available in 1 TB and 1.5 TB
capacities, which is specifically targeted to small businesses.

New Vivid Color Monitor and HP Elite Autofocus Webcam

To accompany its new desktop PCs, HP introduced the HP w1707 Vivid Color
17-inch diagonal flat-panel monitor. This sleek monitor offers a
high-quality widescreen picture with a BrightView panel and more viewing
area for computer games, spreadsheets and web pages.

HP also announced the new, elegantly designed HP Elite Autofocus Webcam,
which makes it fun and easy to chat face-to-face over the Internet,
record videos and snap high-resolution photos. With up to 12-megapixel
still photo resolution using a 3-megapixel core sensor with autofocus,
the webcam lets consumers stay in touch with friends and family.

Pricing and availability

The following specifications and prices for the HP Pavilion customizable
desktop PCs are estimated U.S. street prices and depend on the
configuration ordered.

The HP Pavilion Elite m9200t customizable PC is currently available
starting at $799.
The HP Pavilion a6460t ENERGY STAR PC is currently available starting
at $549.
The HP Pavilion a6400z customizable PC is currently available starting
at $299.

The following prices for the Compaq Presario desktop PC, HP Media Vault
mv2120 and Monitor are also estimated U.S. street prices.

The Compaq Presario SR5450F is expected to be available April 6
starting at $459.
The HP Media Vault mv2120 is currently available starting at $299.
The HP w1707 Vivid Color Monitor is currently available at $180.

The HP Elite Autofocus Webcam is expected to be available April 6 at
Best Buy outlets nationwide for an estimated U.S. street price of $99.